1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1200 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
